Candida Santos, 90, of Carteret, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 14, 2025. She was born in Rego Pobra do Caraminal, Spain, came to America in the 1970's and settled first in Newark, then moved to Carteret many years ago. Candida was a born seamstress; it was both her job and her hobby. She loved being outside gardening from morning to night. Candida adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She is survived by her loving children, Magdalena Santos, Ana Santos, Marcos Santos and Susana Santos; her 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Funeral will be on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 starting at 9:30 AM at Synowiecki Funeral Home, 56 Carteret Avenue, Carteret, followed by a 10 AM Mass at St. Joseph Church in Carteret. Private Cremation will be held. Visitation will be on Monday, March 17, 2025 from 7 PM to 9 PM.